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Bok stalwart Francois Louw quits international rugby

Cup-winning looseforward hailed as a ‘real warrior of the back row’

10 November 2019 - 22:14 Nick Said

Francois Louw during the Rugby World Cup 2019 champions tour in East London, November 9 2019. Picture: MICHAEL SHEEHAN/GALLO IMAGES

SA looseforward Francois Louw confirmed his retirement from international rugby on Sunday, the second of the Springboks’ Rugby World Cup-winning side to call time on their careers in the green and gold.

Louw, who came off the replacement bench for captain Siya Kolisi in the 32-12 victory over England in the World Cup decider on November 2, made his debut in 2010 and won 76 Test caps.

“I couldn’t have asked for a more fulfilling career with the Springboks and I bow out with a full heart,” he said in a media release from SA Rugby. “I’ve had an amazing journey in international rugby. I’ve made friends for life in the game and created incredible memories with great people.”